In 2023, Poland led the European road freight volume in metals and metal ores with 33.4 million tonne kilometers, despite a -2.83% year-over-year decline. Spain and the Czech Republic followed, both experiencing decreases of -5.59% and -4.64%, respectively. France showed marginal resilience with a -0.93% decrease, while Austria noted an increase of 1.89%. Denmark saw substantial growth at 9.1%. Over the past five years, fluctuating market conditions, supply chain disruptions, and regulatory changes influenced these trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancement in logistics and freight mobility.
- Potential impacts of environmental regulations on transport.
- Shifting trade dynamics within the EU and globally.
- Recovery strategies post-pandemic and their long-term effects on freight demand.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Metals and Metal Ores Wholesale Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 33.4 | 2023 | 0% | -2.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.35 | 2023 | +10% | -5.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 12.19 | 2023 | +61.84% | -4.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.31 | 2023 | +112.24% | -0.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 5.55 | 2023 | -1.75% | +1.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.26 | 2023 | +95.45% | -4.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.16 | 2023 | +90.91% | -4.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 3.57 | 2023 | -2.7% | -1.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.37 | 2023 | +17.24% | +9.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.28 | 2023 | +15% | 0% | View data |
